Murrell Psychological Service

Murrell Psychological Service We offer counseling as well as psychological testing for individuals, couples, and families. All of our psychologists and counselors have extensive experience.

Dr. Murrell, ranked among the top 1% of psychologists specializing in anxiety disorders, provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy designed to help you regain calm, confidence, and control. Dr. Michael Murrell started the practice in 1987 and specializes in treating anxiety disorders as well as doing psychological testing for physicians as well as attorneys. Dr. Jeff Maloney is a Professor Em

eritus at Missouri State University. He has specialized training in E.M.D.R. and is skilled at treating all types of psychological traumas. Mr. Dunn Jones III has a Masters in Psychology from Forest Institute and treats children, familiies as well as adults. Murrell Psychological Service is equipped with more than 100 psychological tests to cover the diagnosis of any age group. Please like us on Facebook if this is useful information. You may also be interested in reading a variety of articles on psychology and EMDR on Dr. Murrell's blog on our website www.murrellpsychologicalservice.com

“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.”I have always found this quote deeply meaningful because ...
06/01/2026

“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.”

I have always found this quote deeply meaningful because healing often begins in the places we feel most broken.

Anxiety, panic disorder, and PTSD can make life feel dark, heavy, and overwhelming. They can steal your peace, disrupt your sleep, affect your relationships, and make even ordinary moments feel difficult to enjoy.

But the cracks in your story are not the end of your story.

Those cracks may be the place where help begins.
Where understanding begins.
Where healing begins.
And yes, where the light begins to come back in.

If you are struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, or symptoms of PTSD, I want you to know you do not have to keep carrying it alone.

There are proven ways to help calm the nervous system, process what you have been through, and begin moving toward a life that feels lighter, safer, and more peaceful.

My goal is to help you find your way back to the light.

Take the anxiety or PTSD quiz to better understand where you are, or contact me for a free chat. That first step may be the opening where healing begins.

Check the comments for the quizzes and link to my calendar.

05/27/2026

I chose the song Breath In, Breath Out for this reel because it captures exactly what these vacation moments represent: slowing down, being present, spending time with family, and giving yourself permission to rest.

These pictures are more than vacation memories.

They are a reminder that life gives us beautiful moments to enjoy, but when you are struggling with anxiety, panic, trauma, or constant worry, it can feel hard to fully be present for them.

Anxiety does not just affect how you feel in difficult moments.

It can impact your quality of life, your relationships, your peace of mind, and even your ability to enjoy the people and experiences that matter most.

Self-care is not selfish.

Taking time to breathe, rest, reconnect, and step away from daily stress is an important part of mental health.

But if anxiety is making it difficult for you to relax, sleep, travel, connect, or enjoy life, you do not have to keep pushing through it alone.

Do not let the joyful moments pass you by because anxiety has taken up too much space.

I help individuals work through anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and the emotional weight that can keep them from feeling present and at peace.

Take a breath.
Reach out.
Help is available.

Schedule a free consultation with me and take the first step toward feeling more grounded, more present, and more at peace.

https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7c633548/appointment/85908338/calendar/477137

While traveling with my wife, we happened to come across a beautiful all-American moment with patriotic flags, banners, ...
05/25/2026

While traveling with my wife, we happened to come across a beautiful all-American moment with patriotic flags, banners, streamers, music playing, and a feeling of gratitude all around us.

It felt like the perfect picture to share on Memorial Day.

Today is a day to pause and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their sacrifice gave us the freedoms we so often move through each day without stopping to fully appreciate.

In my work, I have had the privilege of supporting many veterans who continue to carry the emotional and psychological repercussions of war. Because of that, I understand in a very real way that service does not end when someone comes home.

The cost of protecting our freedoms can leave lasting marks on individuals, families, and generations.

Memorial Day reminds us that freedom is never free. It is protected by courage, carried by families, and paid for by those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

To the men and women who never came home, and to the families who continue to carry their memory, thank you.

May we honor you not only today, but in how we live, remember, and appreciate the freedoms you helped protect.

I've been doing this work for a long time, and one of the questions I hear most often is: "Is EMDR right for me?"People ...
05/21/2026

I've been doing this work for a long time, and one of the questions I hear most often is: "Is EMDR right for me?"

People are curious.
Sometimes hopeful.
Sometimes skeptical.
And almost always, they just want someone to explain it in plain English without the clinical jargon.

So I wrote something for you.

It's a free guide called "Why You Still Feel Stuck — And What EMDR Can Do About It" and it walks you through everything:

➡️what EMDR actually is
➡️who it helps
➡️what a real session looks like
➡️what kind of results people experience

I also included two free gifts inside:

✅ A quick Anxiety Score so you can see where you stand right now
✅ A free consultation with me — no pressure, just a real conversation

If you or someone you love has been carrying something heavy for a long time, this is a good place to start.

Get the free guide in the comments.

And always know, you are not alone.

---Dr Murrell

The fear of having another panic attack can be paralyzing. It comes on suddenly and many people feel they are having a h...
05/18/2026

The fear of having another panic attack can be paralyzing.

It comes on suddenly and many people feel they are having a heart attack, resulting in many ER visits, only to discover, it is a mental health crisis, not a cardio event.

This has a direct and profound impact on your life, your job, relationships, and everyday joy.

Contact me for a free consult.If I am the right person for you, let's get you on the road to finding peace, calm, and back in control.

I specialize in treating anxiety disorders and offer personalized, concierge-style care through secure telehealth sessions.

Take the free, 2 minute anxiety quiz now to get perspective.
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Book your fee chat now.
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7c633548/appointment/85908338/calendar/477137

Have you been wondering if EMDR therapy could help you?I have been getting a lot of questions about EMDR, especially fro...
05/14/2026

Have you been wondering if EMDR therapy could help you?

I have been getting a lot of questions about EMDR, especially from people who are carrying trauma, PTSD symptoms, anxiety, or painful memories that still feel very present.

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a structured therapy that helps the brain process traumatic memories in a different way.

During EMDR, you briefly focus on a difficult memory while also experiencing bilateral stimulation, often through guided eye movements.

Over time, this can help reduce the emotional intensity, vividness, and distress connected to the memory.

What I want people to know is this: EMDR is not about reliving your trauma. It is about helping your brain and body move toward healing in a safe, supported, and intentional way.

If you are wondering whether PTSD symptoms may be affecting your life, I invite you to take my PTSD quiz and schedule a free consultation.

You do not have to figure this out alone.

Take the PTSD quiz and book your free consult today.

➡️Quiz: https://murrellmichael24.outgrow.us/murrellmichael24-26
➡️Free Consult: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12062036

The #1 question I get is "how will I know if I will be comfortable in therapy?"That is why I make it easy for you to be...
04/20/2026

The #1 question I get is "how will I know if I will be comfortable in therapy?"

That is why I make it easy for you to become comfortable with a free 15-minute consult with me.

Once we meet, you will know if we have a connection that makes you want to continue the conversation or decide to go in a different direction.

This is the ideal way to get comfortable with therapy and especially the person you trust to be part of the journey with you.

Book your free appointment now. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7c633548/appointment/85908338/calendar/477137

I am here for you.

--Dr Murrell

Are you struggling with anxiety and a pessimistic view of your life? Now can be a time to make a significant change in d...
04/14/2026

Are you struggling with anxiety and a pessimistic view of your life?
Now can be a time to make a significant change in direction.
Take a deep breath.
Calm your body and mind.
Change your focus from thinking about what you don’t want to a vision of what you most want.
What specifically do you want your life to look and feel like next month?
Next year?
Then ask...
“How do I make this vision a reality”?
You don’t have to figure this out all by yourself.
Two heads are better than one.
If you want, we can work together to step by step bring your vision into reality.
Why not increase your hope for the future, learn new techniques to engage and overcome challenges, and build your confidence to accomplish new goals?
You have nothing to lose but your pain.
Help is only a phone call, text, or click away.

— Dr. Michael Murrell

Book your free 15-minute consult now. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7c633548/appointment/85908338/calendar/477137

You do not have to do this alone.When it comes to anxiety, panic disorder, and PTSD, it is very difficult to solve the s...
04/02/2026

You do not have to do this alone.

When it comes to anxiety, panic disorder, and PTSD, it is very difficult to solve the symptoms and the root cause of the issue by yourself.

An outside perspective from a professional who specializes and understands how to get you on the road to a better quality of life, beyond just coping but thriving, is typically needed.

Book your free 15-minute consult. Let's have a conversation to see if I'm a good fit for you. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7c633548/appointment/85908338/calendar/477137

And don't forget to take my free, fast anxiety or PTSD quiz to access your symptoms and next steps.

PTSD Quiz: https://murrellmichael24.outgrow.us/murrellmichael24-26

Anxiety Quiz: https://murrellmichael24.outgrow.us/murrellmichael24-2

I'm here for you.

--Dr Murrell

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2113 Everglades Lane Ste 1018
The Villages, FL
32163

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 11:30am

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+14178811580

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